Yo-Yo Ma
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The concert organizer Washington Performing Arts announced that it will not utilize the Kennedy Center for any performances in its upcoming 2025-2026 season, reports Washingtonian. Instead, the organization will present events at other Washington, DC area venues, including the Music Center at Strathmore, Lisner Auditorium. This affects performances by Yo-Yo Ma, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, violinist Midori, the Pacifica Quartet and many more.
A spokesperson for Washington Performing Arts stated that the organization works to “thoughtfully match artists and their work with venues that best serve the art, the audience, and the moment.” The spokesperson explained, “We assessed the variety of artists and performances we have in this upcoming season and decided it was best to explore new spaces that offer fresh possibilities.”
